20 Best Travel Bag For Dogs (2023 Updated)

So cute. Right size. Just what I wanted.

Rated before actual use carrying a cat, not sure this will work as the only carrier. As a backpack, I would only use for short trips, frame is longer than my short torso and hits my bum. I have not placed the largest cat inside yet; certain I will need to keep a larger carrier as well.

There is no cover, attached or otherwise, for skittish animals. There are plastic clips hanging inside and outside the carrier to secure rolled flaps that I carefully cut out, as I will not be leaving the carrier open and they just hang inside the small interior space.

The “leash” with clip sewn inside on an elastic base does not impress; I cut it out, as the cats do not have harnesses and the “leash” just hangs inside. Sherpa lining is removable (Velcro) for spot cleaning.

I am hesitant to use this carrier with a sedated animal, especially with an e-collar, as there is little to no room to lie down or move while in transit.

I got this for our 1year old big boy, Sunny, who is 14 pounds of long fluff, hyper & still growing. I can’t carry anything heavy & wanted something on wheels. My son has used it as a backpack with Sunny; it is large, heavy, bulky & you can’t see what your furry friend is doing behind your back & it’s difficult to get on/off while trying to be careful for the cat inside.

It doesn’t steer well cause the wheels don’t swivel, the straps get tangled in the wheels, cat doesn’t like being tipped on his side since it has only two wheels & I still need to pick it up when it gets stuck in cracks or when using on the gravel of our Vet’s parking lot.

Sunny can open the zippers & his claws have made holes in the mesh. This type of carrier isn’t going to last long for us, but would be good with less active & smaller furry friend. This backpack is definitely TO BIG FOR UNDER SEAT IN AIRPLANE.

Backpack will be used till I can find something more practical.

This is a really nice product. I wish the handle came up taller (or else I don’t know how to use it yet). It appears it can vary in length, but I am not able to figure it out. But other than that it is really nice.

I use it for our dog walks vs travel. I have a 6. 5, 10 year old Yorkie that likes to go on walks , but gets tired easily. Her joints have issues. So she can’t go far like in her youth. But I also have a 70 lb Coonhound that needs looooooong walks.

Both dogs have different needs and neither one wants to be left at home alone. So I walk with this as my backpack on my back, equipped with a bottle of water and a fold up drinking dish (from Chewy).

When my Yorkie grows tired, I put her inside and pull it behind me like a stroller. She puts her legs up to peer ahead as the back unzips down to the black center line you see in the photo. So she has her head out of the top as I stroll this behind me on the ground.

She can’t easily jump out bc of the center black line in the back. The bottom half (below the black line) has its own zipper to unzip so she can crawl out on her own. The pockets on the sides are deep.

I fit a bottle of water, my keys and the fold up dog dish all in the side pockets with ease. The back of the pack has a full pocket which extends the entire length of the backpack to put a notebook in (describing the depth).

I put my Yorkie’s retractable leash in it. I also carried her inside as a backpack on my back and I was never uncomfortable from that. I’m just under 5’4, it doesn’t hit in a bad spot on my back like other backpacks do.

This backpack is perfect! I recommend it to everyone!.

Material is Great -shirt/grey sweet shirt. Im EXTREMELY HAPPY , WORKS GREAT.. I have a yourkie that has Ceasures & really does NOT restrict me anywhere. VERY Happy Campers.

Just received this and it’s perfect for my 8lb dog. She has a number of health issues and gets very nervous with storms etc so this will keep her much calmer by my side. Very well constructed. Soft and comfortable.

I got this for one of my chihuahuas who likes to be in my arms while I’m at the computer. Since I need both arms/hands to type, I had to figure out how to do that. Then I found this dog sling! Now I can be on the computer while he’s ‘snug as a bug in a rug’ in his sling! I highly recommend!.

This review is coming from a crazy dog mom lol, and I’ve switched through over 3 bags in the past week to ensure the best of my little crazy Poochon. Purchased the famous Sherpa, the one from Wild One as well as another off brand and I have to say THIS one is the ONE.

Teddy is decently sized and very long. He weighs exactly 16 pounds and has long legs as well. This bag is absolutely perfect. He loved it. It’s very comfortable, the straps are comfortable and it’s just quality material.

I purchased the large size for him and he has enough space in there to roll around and even extra space to fit some of his favorite toys. I would give it 10 stars if I could. It’s perfect.

My cat Sterling has bladder issues and refuses to eat wet cat food more than 1 or 2 times — we had pretty much tried every brand. He seems to really like this cat food and is eating it daily (so far) a huge breakthrough.

There are little square chunks of something in this flavor and the tuna that he avoids and goes to great lengths to eat around. Does anyone else have this problem? I tried the chicken flavor and Sterling threw it up so I think maybe it’s chicken that doesn’t agree with him, and not this brand in particular as we have had vomiting issues with him in the past.

I lost my last cat to bladder stones. By the time I figured out what was wrong, it was pretty bad, I guess. The emergency doctors made it seem like it would be a long fight. I made the wretched decision to put him down & I have regretted it ever since.

The ER vet told me it was something that happens in, basically, spoiled cats. I didn’t understand what that meant. She said that cats that don’t get enough moisture in their diet can get bladder stones, that the only way to prevent that was to give cats wet food along with dry.

My last cat ate just about everything, meat, wet food, dry food, so I really didn’t understand how he was dehydrated. It’s made me very scared for my new cat who is SO finicky about wet food. It’s been on my mind ever since I lost my last cat.

I got a sample from Petsmart when I took him in for their Valentine’s Day party kind of thing for pets. I actually lost 1 of the 2 samples they gave me but I gave him the 1 I still had. He dove right in, I’d never seen him do that to a wet food before! I went back and got every flavor and he’s only eaten a couple, but he really seems to like them! It seems silly to be excited over him eating wet food or worrying so much that the same freak thing will happen.

but this makes me feel a little better.

I have a >10year old black and white with congenital knee issues, and has spent her life allergic (dermal reactions) to everything I ever fed her. Until Nutrish! *Finally* a cat food without any chicken products/ by-products! I can’t believe the change in this cat! She’s acting like a kitten again! Skittering around the floor with toys.

Her coat is (for the first time in *years*) full, soft, shiny! She isn’t constantly scratching and biting at her skin. She is resting peacefully when she sleeps. Wow. Thank you, Rachael Ray! (Min thanks you too!).

Great bag, perfect size for packing loads of gear for a long weekend away. Love the fact it’s waterproof (hasn’t been a problem this past week but come winter that’s really useful for taking it to outdoor places).

There is good storage both on the inside and outside with pockets and zippered areas. The bag is well designed for the zip to open really wide to be able to access everything inside. Carry handle is comfortable.

Not cheap but it does a good job and also critically looks really nice 😁.

This bag is great! We travel frequently with two dogs and this bag has space for everything we need and then some. The outside mesh pockets are conviente for storing items we need to grab quickly (like our Ruffwear collapsible bowls, dog wipes, or spare poop bags).

The inside pockets allow me to organize the little things we bring along so its much easier to locate rather than digging around aimlessly. Plus the open space is great for packing any large items (like clothes, food, etc.

). It’s been great having a dedicated bag for traveling with out dogs!.

Used it for the first time over the weekend on a camping trip and it works really well orangizing food, harnesses, jackets, and treats, was able to fit in everything I needed. Only thing is I wish it was a tad bigger so that when the inside is full I could still use the pockets and zipped pouches on the outside, if it’s stuffed on the inside it’s really difficult to use and close the outside pockets.

But overall love this bag especially all the pockets and zipped pouches! The material is perfect too for rain and possible spills, easy to wipe up !.

I ordered two of these backpacks, in both sizes, for my two pups, 40 and 60 lbs, respectively. The smaller pack doesn’t hold much, some supplies and treats. The Big Baxter I’m able to pack with a day’s worth of water for both of them.

I love these packs and both dogs are happy to wear them. Kurgo advertises eight adjustment points. USE THEM ALL! Backpacks should fit snug. Loose backpacks sway, which causes chafing. The bags themselves I moved up as close as I could to the dog’s spine to avoid unnecessary swinging.

I conditioned my dogs over the course of several weeks, increasing weight and adjusting straps as necessary to make sure both stayed well and comfortable, checking for indentions from a too tight pack and raw places from chafing.

We found our sweet spot relatively quickly and we’ve had zero issues with several day hikes. Once it’s adjusted, it stays there! They can run and also rest while wearing these packs. One of my dogs has a strong prey drive and this pack keeps her focused and on trail.

And while it’s important to balance the two sides, a couple of pounds difference isnt a big deal in this pack as long as it’s properly fitted. I’ve used other packs where that wasn’t the case, and also packs that needed constant adjusting.

I use zip ties to secure the loose length of strap. One of my dogs is a pitbull so has very little hair, and she’s had no issues with rubbing or hair loss. I keep medical tape in her pack along with a towel so I can dry her off if she gets wet to help protect her skin, but so far so good! It seems durable, I’ve seen no fraying or seams tearing.

I’m happy to recommend this pack!!.

I love how roomy this tote is and how it has places for lot’s of things. I was able to put their clipper’s, clipper comb’s, toothpaste, and tooth brushes all inside, and on the sides, I was able to put their scissors and all accessories, (with straps to hold them in place), and on the ends, I was able to put their small clipper’s and a big bottle of clipper oil.

I love this bag. It is spacious and super cute. The only reason I did not give it a 5 star is because the compartment in front is not what I thought it was. In the video it shows a compartment that opens where you can put personal items (for yourself and not the fur babies), but apparently that is only for the purple bag because I got the white bag and it did not have the same type of compartments.

That was a little misleading. Overall, though, I do like the bag and would recommend getting it!.

I love this bag. I had one for years and accidentally washed it with lipstick in one of the pockets. It was ruined and I was afraid I would never find another. Chewy delivers!!! So much space

This carrier runs a lot smaller than described. I have all larger size cats and unless they are sick when I’m bringing them to the vet and willing to lay down and sleep this carrier won’t work. I’m disappointed because I am disabled and it seemed like the ideal item to solve my problem, but my poor kitties last moments before having to cross the rainbow bridge were not comfortable ones as I had wanted for both of us.

He just laid on his back and starred up at the sky because there wasn’t much room. Also, you need more than one insertable bottom. If they have an accident in the carrier and you need to remove it to clean & wash it, you have no sturdy bottom which presents another problem.

Chewy you need to stop selling this carrier and get one that will fit you customers needs and complaints. We depend on you and the chewy name to carry only the best of the best. Thamk you.

My cat Annie does not like to travel in this carrier bag at all. I just got back from the vet and she yowled so much the whole way there and back. She kept scratching at the carrier trying to get out and when I opened a little tiny whole for her to get some air, she easily managed to unzip the pocket enough to break out.

It is not sturdy at all and as other reviewers mentioned, totally collapsed in on Annie. I was so worried she couldn’t breathe in there. Looking at her inside this carrier makes ME feel claustrophobic.

I give it 2 stars because it had the potential to be a good carrier, but unfortunately it’s just not. The blue is a pretty color. I like all the pockets. The bottom inside also looks softer in the pictures than it actually is.

It is attached to the bottom with only a tiny piece of Velcro, so it doesn’t stay on well. Hopefully I will be able to return it or exchange it for a better one.

I bought this bag and have used it almost daily for 3 months. I knew I didn’t like it pretty quickly, but I wanted to wait and really give it a chance before reviewing it. Straight away there are immediate issues.

It says up to 18 pounds, but the straps are very uncomfortable. While the pet will fit, the padding just isn’t there to support weight. Next issue is the zipper quality. The zippers still function, but within the first week they started jamming requiring patience and a delicate touch.

As far as long term issues go- my complaint is with the stitching. Multiple seams have ripped open over 3 months. If you plan to use this more than once a week I would invest in a different bag. I can’t imagine flying with this bag as it will be uncomfortable using the shoulder strap almost immediately.

It also isn’t very washable.

Love this bag. I have multiple pups (dogs) and need to be ready for different activities/locations to include overnighters and short/long-term boarding. This bag (and others like it from this brand) are fantastic for this purpose.

No guess work (or forgetting). Just grab-n-go! Buy different color schemes for different purposes/activities & Save Time, avoid headaches and keep your Sanity. Great construction! The only thing missing on some of these bags are the exterior bungee cords to carry favorite bed, blanket, pillow and/or large toy.

Wish this company made foldable beds and matching blankets, harnesses with clip-on. I bet Mobile Gear could also come up with some “killer” carriers.

I ordered this bag as a gift for my daughter. She has a small 25lbs Mini Aussie. Fast shipping through Chewy got this bag delivered to her before her 7 hour drive with her 7 month old pup. They visited for about 5 days.

This bag had enough room for all her toys, bottles of water hair brush & food. Has a cute floor mat for the pop-out food & water bowls that are included. I got the large bag, as I knew she had many toys to bring! It is sturdy -I got her the black and white (bones design).

It will not disappoint.

This is the perfect bag for my 70 pound golden doodle. We use this bag as a travel bag and a go-bag. It is has a lot of space and it stores everything she will need. It doesn’t matter if we are going to the lake for the day, road trip, vacation or the dog park, it works for every and any outing.

I don’t use the bowls or matt because we use ruffwear quencher bowls which works best for us. It has plenty of pockets and pockets for every accessory needed. The food storage containers says 15 cups, the food I use is large kibble and it holds the 15 cups.

This bag is packed and in my coat closet ready to go when we are.

I fly frequently with puppies. I can fit up to 10-week-old labrador puppies but prefer them at 8 weeks old (maybe 11 weeks if they are a runt!), approx 20 lbs. That is generally the airline’s weight limit.

I have fit a 10 week old german shepherd, but that was pushing it for height. This carrier is fantastic for the removable solid bottom and fleece lining with plenty of mesh on the top and sides for breathability.

There are openings on each end and one on the side, so you can slip your hand in and pet your puppy. The soft sides with mesh top allow for shoving underneath airline seats without squishing the puppy.

I do sanitize the hard bottom separately and wash the whole carrier and the fleece lining on delicate cycle and hang dry. I only wish it had rollers on the bottom when I have heavy puppies!.

Flew my new puppy from California to Nebraska with a layover last week. I suggest making sure your puppy is verrryyy tired prior to using the carrier and are not used to being in a carrier or crate. I tried having him in the car on the way to airport in it and had to open it due to him freaking out and his nails were getting stuck and couldn’t get them unstuck.

Not a huge fan of that mesh. Once we were onto our adventure, he slept almost the whole time and the carrier was perfect. It is well built. It has two pockets that Velcro close. I couldn’t have asked for a better or cheaper option.

HIGHLY suggest using this carrier for the price. I was seeing all these carrier for $50+ And was questioning why they are so much. This one was perfect for what I needed. Will probably use it for my cat as well.

My boy was a 7. 5 pound Frenchie and this size was PERFECT. On Southwest seats I had to smush the side in a little bit and the top but he still had plenty of room. Probably won’t be able to use it for very long with this guy but will probably use it for my cat to the vet!.

I was looking for a soft sided, sturdy carrier to get my big boy to the vet, groomer, etc. without feeling squished inside. Also wanted him to be able to see out and enjoy the view when walking to appointments, since he’s strictly an indoor cat.

This carrier was high and long enough for my 14 lb Maine Coon to comfortable sit with his head held high, or lie down with enough room to stretch his legs. It’s ripstop nylon and mesh, and since my kitty is pretty well behaved when inside, not an issue.

But if you have a cat who hisses and spits inside the whole time, this might not be the carrier for you because you’ll feel every move they make while inside. Only con so far is that there aren’t TWO zipper tabs that come up from either side to meet in the middle – instead, it’s one zip tab that goes around the whole curved soft door on its own.

More cumbersome once you have kitty inside and want to close the thing – would be easier to be able to draw the zipper up on both sides towards a top close (and easier to grab the tabs when you want to open the door).

This really is a nice bag to keep my large (a pointer breed) dog’s stuff together for a day/night away. We used to always tuck everything into the car randomly to save space. The profile is slim, so if the car is packed, it slips in like the last piece of the puzzle.

My dog happens to eat 3 cups of food a day so the food bag makes it easy to portion out two meals for him. Just the right amount of pockets, and the right amount of space to store his essentials, even a raincoat or sweater.

4 stars instead of 5 because I prefer metal clips on a strap, but the bag is otherwise sturdy.

This is a great bag for short trips, or even for storing away grooming supplies when you’re at home. I like the material and all the pockets on the outside. The little zippered box is perfect for holding treats.

I love the leopard print that I got as it’s fun and hard to miss. The only thing that I wish is that it had a wider bottom. It’s very narrow on the bottom, so if it’s not loaded up evenly, it’ll tip over.

Other than that one thing, it’s a great bag! Recommend.

We purchased this bag to have a grab & go for basic essentials, for when our pup (40 lb. klein poodle) goes to daycare, the park, or Grandma’s house. I was a little nervous when it arrived, because it LOOKS kind of small, but so far, it’s had room for everything we needed.

We took Fi to the park & were able to pack a full-size pet first aid kit, 3 16 oz. bottles of water, waste bags, a bag of treats, some wipes, & her medicine, & that was without using the big mesh pocket, the zippered pocket, OR the little food bowl.

Stitching seems very durable. It’s definitely only meant to be a day bag, as advertised, but it’s wonderful. I will definitely be purchasing bigger bags from this line for longer trips.

The Frisco Travel Pet Carrier exceeded my expectations for price and quality. Not only was the carrier a great value, it has six features that make it a superior option when compared to more expensive models on Chewy.

First, it is solidly stitched and constructed with durable material and zippers. Second, it has outside pockets to store a leash and travel supplies. Third, it is easy to carry and move having a solid shoulder strap, its own wheels, and a strap that allows you to secure it to a rolling suitcase handle.

Fourth, you can access the pet compartment directly through the top and from the front with adequate mesh to allow your pet to breath and see easily. Fifth, it has a solid frame, so your pet does not sag as you carry it.

Sixth, it has a removable fleece-like pad for comfort and easy cleaning.

Needed a carrier for trips to the vet with a foster kitten. Big enough until he grows up. The zippers catch in multiple places. It collapses easily. The stiff bottom insert has to be in it to provide a platform for the pet to lie on.

Otherwise it would be like a sack and fold in on the pet. The kitten got up against one side and this thing tipped over, because it’s not solid, so be very careful not to set it down on anything from where it could fall and hurt your pet.

With the bottom not being stiff, the fabric lies on the floor between the fairly useless little foot pads underneath. If you set it where there’s something wet, it will soak it up. Will buy a hard shell carrier to replace it.